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HoverAir tries to dodge FCC drone ban with new pocket-friendly drone

What happened

The Verge reported that HoverAir is attempting to sneak a drone past the FCC's ban on foreign drones. The ban was established by the US government in December 2025. The new drone folds flat to fit in a pocket, but its riskiest feature is the attempt to circumvent the ban. The report highlights the drone's gimmick and the potential regulatory challenge.

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  1. reported on HoverAir's attempt to evade FCC drone banThe Verge

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